How to cut the cost of motoring as fuel prices soar

As fuel prices hit record highs, experts offer ways to try to keep the brakes on the cost of driving. By Rob Griffin

Experts have warned of the impact new sanctions on Russian oil and gas imports could have on the cost of living in the UK (PA)

Petrol prices could soar even higher over the next few weeks because of concerns over the fallout from Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. The average prices of unleaded and diesel have been rocketing – and drivers should prepare for further hikes.

“The average price of petrol appears to be on a collision course with £1.65 a litre, having reached a new record of 163.46p on Sunday,” Simon Williams, the RAC’s fuel spokesperson, said. “Diesel also hit another record high of 173.67p.”

But what can motorists do to help ease the financial burden? Here we take a look at the best ways to reduce the costs of being on the road.